Alsace
Well, the first two bottles we had by the pool. I wanted to see what Jacques thought of Bannockburn as Gary Farr, the winemaker of Bannockburn, has done some …
Burgundy
A brilliant farmhouse eating establishment in the hills of the Hautes Cotes. Monthelie 2004, Comte Lafon Nice lemon fruit, some minerality. It is light and simple on the palate …
Burgundy
I am out of the bin so, as promised, here are my brief notes from the aborted trip to France. On our first day we had: Chassagne-Montrachet Premier Cru …
Chablis
I have risen! At least, I have escaped from the bin. Cheers, cheers for being an articulate loony. We celebrate with Chablis. Chablis Grand Cru Grenouille 2002, J-P et …
Drivel
My week’s holiday in Burgundy has been cut short as I am so suicidal I need to be in the psychiatric ward as soon as possible. I am typing …
Burgundy
Tomorrow I will be off to Burgundy. I’ll be visiting a few good places and will post musings on my return. But tonight: Vosne-Romanée 1997, Rene Engel A lovely …
Chablis
I haven’t had a better string of Chablis than these last few Fevres in a period of time. Chablis Grand Cru Bougros “Cote Bouguerots” 2000, Domaine William Fevre This …
General
For breakfast today I had bacon chops from Sillfield Farm. These are really just thick-cut pieces of back bacon, but I found them quite delicious. They just require frying …
Loire
Another day, another Savennières. This seems a lot less extreme than the Eric Morgat. Savennières Chateau de Chamboureau “Cuvée d’Avant” 2004, Pierre Soulez This has classic Savennières aromas, dampness, …
Beer
I just love it. The Meantime Brewey hit the spot once again. India Pale Ale 7.5%, Meantime Brewery A delightful, golden hue. Smells richly hopped, full of flowers and …
